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McCONNEL

PA7070T FRONT MOUNT

Operator Manual

This manual must be used in conjunction with the

Operation Manual for the specific control system

Publication 839
May 2016
Part No. 23671.39

Summary of Contents for P70S

Page 1: ...McCONNEL PA7070T FRONT MOUNT Operator Manual This manual must be used in conjunction with the Operation Manual for the specific control system Publication 839 May 2016 Part No 23671 39...

Page 2: ...to verify that your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s responsibility to regularly inspect all nuts...

Page 3: ...een removed or altered 1 05 This warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use negligence alteration modification fitment of non genuine parts a...

Page 4: ...xamination of the claim and parts McConnel Ltd will pay at their discretion for any valid claim the invoiced cost of any parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and appropriate labour and mileage allowances if...

Page 5: ...nimum distances to avoid the entrapment with human body parts BS EN 953 1997 A1 2009 Safety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 4...

Page 6: ...de retaining bolts and fasteners are secure and tight Ensure all head bolts and nuts are tight Lubricate the driveline universal joints and telescoping members daily Grease the rotor and roller bearin...

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Page 8: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 9: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 10: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 11: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 12: ...ng this equipment can expose you to chemicals including gasoline diesel fuel lubricants petroleum products engine exhaust carbon monoxide and phthalates which are known to the State of California to c...

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Page 14: ...nuine Replacements from the Original Equipment Manufacturer McCON NEL LIMITED Through your local Dealer or Stockist Always quote Machine Type Serial Number Part Number Design improvements may alter so...

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Page 16: ...achine Removal 15 PTO Driveshaft Installation 16 Fitting Operator Control Units 17 Controls Operation Default 18 Flailhead Attachment 21 Weight Kit 22 Running Up Procedure 23 Emergency Stopping 23 Bre...

Page 17: ...formation considered important or useful to emphasise LEFT HAND LH RIGHT HAND RH These terms are applicable to the machine when fitted to the tractor and viewed from the rear these terms also apply to...

Page 18: ...kage mounted Right or left hand cutting Cast iron gearbox Operator guard Hydraulic breakaway 50 Breakback 200 Litre hydraulic reservoir 85HP Hydraulic System Options Choice of Flailheads Attachments C...

Page 19: ...ted as 0 45m but may vary depending on the specific application where a variance occurs the overall transport height will also alter Operators are advised to take their own measurements in order to de...

Page 20: ...4 Operating Dimensions...

Page 21: ...being detected with the machine s operation it must be stopped immediately and not used again until the fault has been corrected by a qualified technician POTENTIAL SIGNIFICANT DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH...

Page 22: ...y before starting to note obstacles and remove wire bottles cans and other debris Use clear suitably sized warning signs to alert others to the nature of the machine working within that area Signs sho...

Page 23: ...fitted Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected towards the cab Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching Stop and wait until...

Page 24: ...sted Warning Signs Required Road works ahead warning sign with a supplementary Hedge cutting plate For 1 mile or appropriate shorter distance may be added to the plate Road narrows warning signs with...

Page 25: ...tor must be equipped with a live drive PTO to enable forward motion to be stopped while the flailhead continues to operate Standard PTO Drive Directions Front Mounted Machines Before fitting a front m...

Page 26: ...e 20 of rear axle weight or more for adequate control and for ground work i e verge mowing with experienced operators this can be reduced to 10 All factors must be addressed in order to match the type...

Page 27: ...re Lifting Points To ensure even weight distribution when handling the machine it should be lifted using the three lifting points indicated in the illustration below a sling shackle should be used for...

Page 28: ...torage Lock Machines are fitted with a security lock tap located on the control valve s reach gland port this is to prevent the risk of arm movement during shipping of the machine Ensure this lock tap...

Page 29: ...l filling of the oil reservoir periodic oil changes and replenishment purposes the following hydraulic oils or a good quality equivalent are recommended Only use oils that are ISO 18 16 13 NAS7 or cle...

Page 30: ...nce at all times Set link arms to connection height Install link balls spacers on link pins assemble to match linkage width Drive forwards raise linkage to connect on link balls Fit adjustable top lin...

Page 31: ...and secured with R clips When parking a dismounted machine the arms should be placed at approximately half reach directly ahead of the machine with the tele arm retracted and the flail head resting o...

Page 32: ...without the need to shorten providing it allows for a minimum 150mm 6 overlap when fitted If the shaft is longer subtract the required shaft length plus an additional 75mm 3 the resulting figure is th...

Page 33: ...suitable convenient location that offers ease of use without interfering with normal tractor operation Mounting pillars can be bent or twisted to achieve a comfortable working position Ensure during f...

Page 34: ...e following illustrations identify the default controls for the PA7070T 85HP Front Mount machines for further details and customisation options this information must be used in conjunction with the ge...

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Page 36: ...20 This information must be use in conjunction with the detailed instructions stated in the operator manual for the specific control unit fitted...

Page 37: ...ll persons remain at a safe distance whilst operating the angling function as the geometry of the head angling mechanism produces several pinch risk areas With the attachment bolts correctly located t...

Page 38: ...ttachment being used fit the weights in required multiples that will ensure the unit is as level and stable as possible for both transport and work Due to the heavy weight of these items use suitable...

Page 39: ...runs and observe that they are free from any pinching chafing straining or kinks Re check the oil level in the tank and top up as necessary EMERGENCY STOPPING In all emergency situations machine oper...

Page 40: ...sed to manoeuvre the head away from the obstacle Never continue forward motion to drag the head around the obstacle in breakback position The forces required to activate the breakaway system will vary...

Page 41: ...allows up to 140 of fore and aft arm movement on the working side of the tractor forwards by 90 and rearwards by 50 The forward slew feature is primarily required to place the machine into the transp...

Page 42: ...port prop must be placed in the lowered position for working with the machine B Lift Stop For additional component protection a lift stop kit is fitted to the machine the prop of the lift stop must be...

Page 43: ...are deactivated before beginning this procedure Switch Rotor OFF wait until it comes to a standstill Operate Tele retract arm to the fully in position Operate Slew place armset in line with the tracto...

Page 44: ...nstalled on the tractor that the machine is then folded into the transport position and your own measurements taken to ensure you have an accurate figure for transport height Always be aware of the tr...

Page 45: ...terial being cut will determine the tractor forward speed Forward speed can be as fast as that which allows the flail head sufficient time to cut the vegetation both efficiently and neatly If forward...

Page 46: ...atch the contours of the ground Refer to specific controls section for details of operation NOTE On machines with V4 proportional controls any operation of the angle float thumbwheel will override and...

Page 47: ...r the flailhead into the work position release the lift control and proceed to work NOTE with the exception of EDS models occasional operation of the lift function will be required when working on dow...

Page 48: ...ricity can flashover when machinery gets close to it All operators must read the following information and be aware of the risks and dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhead Power Lin...

Page 49: ...oubt exists do not work in the area never risk the safety of yourself or others Emergency Action for Accidents Involving Electricity Never touch an overhead line even if it has been brought down by ma...

Page 50: ...ESTRICTOR FROM THE LIFT RAM GLAND CIRCUIT Never work the machine on adverse slopes with the arms positioned such that the tractor is unbalanced NEVER CUT TO THE BLIND SIDE OF A HEDGE it is impossible...

Page 51: ...d side first This leaves the maximum thickness of hedge on the road side to prevent the possibility of any debris being thrown through the hedge into the path of oncoming vehicles Cut the side and bot...

Page 52: ...INTENANCE General Lubrication All points indicated below should be greased on a daily basis and prior machine storage New machines must be greased prior to first use PTO Shaft Lubrication Points Frequ...

Page 53: ...t 100 C cSt 17 2 min Gearbox Capacity Machines builds 06 16 0 6 Litre SAE75W90 Fully Synthetic which meets the following minimum requirements Viscosity at 40 C cSt 100 0 min Viscosity at 100 C cSt 17...

Page 54: ...ic arm pads where applicable Every 100 Hours Grease PTO shaft shield lubrication points Every 500 Hours Change return line filter element Every 500 hours or yearly whichever occurs first Change gearbo...

Page 55: ...can be reduced by the following Cleaning around the reservoir cap before removal and keeping the tank area clean Use of clean containers when replenishing the system Regular servicing of the filtrati...

Page 56: ...r This is especially important for the flail hoses where they must be crossed upper to lower at the dipper and head pivots All Hydraulic Hoses BSP now fitted to McConnel Power Arm Hedge Grass Cutters...

Page 57: ...need to be adjusted NOTE The telescopic arm should be fully retracted before attempting to loosen or adjust the pusher plates Wear pads will need replacing when their respective pusher plate comes in...

Page 58: ...right hand side on left hand machines and the left hand side on right hand machines Note A few dabs of grease placed on the backs of inner wear pads will help to keep them in position during the assem...

Page 59: ...position with a spanner to ensure their correct torque setting is retained The tele arm should now be extended out to its furthest point and a coating of good quality agri grease applied to its slidi...

Page 60: ...long the body of the driveshaft the procedure and lubrication frequency is illustrated below Slide the shaft shield back into place after lubrication ensuring the clasps relocate correctly in the fixi...

Page 61: ...0 0 3350 4550 0 TORQUE VALUES FOR METRIC BOLTS Bolt Dia ft lb Nm ft lb Nm ft lb Nm ft lb Nm 6mm 4 5 6 1 8 5 11 5 12 16 3 14 5 20 0 8mm 11 14 9 20 27 1 30 40 1 35 47 5 10mm 21 28 5 40 54 2 60 81 4 70 9...

Page 62: ...McConnel Limited Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1JL England Telephone 01584 873131 Facsimile 01584 876463 www mcconnel com...

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